Republicans Endorse Roosevelt In Alabama Fourth District
Calera Alabama hosted a 17 member Republican meeting presided by J. T. Smith and W. W. Battle. The committee passed resolutions endorsing Theodore Roosevelt for another term and reaffirming loyalty to his administration amid some opposition. George Goodgame and A. W. Mason filled vacancies left by resignations D. N. Higgins and F. E. Mason.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Smith
Alabama
Calera
Smith
W. W. Battle
Jacksonville
Roosevelt
D. N. Higgins
Chilton County
F. EB. Mason
Shelby
George Goodgame
A. W. Mason
W. F. Aldrich
Judge Horn
Fourth Congressional District
Theodore Roosevelt
America
Percy Adams Laid to Rest Amid Community Grief
The funeral for Percy Adams, killed when a box car from Southern Railway struck him at Oxanna Junction, was held at the home of C. A. Rouse with Minister Bert White presiding. Adams, popular among workers, was buried in Edgemont cemetery. A large crowd expressed sympathy for his mother, Mrs. 8. A. Adams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percy Adams
Southern Railway
Oxanna Junction
C. A. Rouse
Bert White
Christian Church
Edgemont Cemetery
Young Adams
8. A. Adams
Weaks Better After Assault Near Oxford
Constable CC M Weaks of Dearmanville was beaten by Henry Jones with an ax handle near Oxford last Sunday morning. He remains slowly improving after severe blows to the head and has not yet given a lucid account of the attack. recovery is hoped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CC. M. Weaks
DeArmanville
Henry Jones
Oxford
Jones
Paving Plant May Move After West Tenth Street Work
The Southern Biu lithic Paving Company faces a quick relocation of its paving plant as repairs on Noble Street brick linings are needed. John Bradley says completion will take about three days with materials ready, after which the unit moves to Columbus, Georgia, for a 20 000 square yard contract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Tenth
South Noble Streets
John Bradley
Southern Biulithic Paving Company
Anniston
Noble Street
Ninth
Thirteenth
Bradley
West Tenth Street
Eighth
Noble
Columbus, Ga
Tragic Mistaken Shot Kills Birmingham Woman
In Birmingham Belt railroad yards W. A. Kennedy, a young mother with the Birmingham Pipe and Casting Company, was shot and killed by K. K. Bodey, a Frisco switchman, who believed she had just hurled a brick or planned to attack him amid recent yard crimes. Police investigation follows as motive centers on fear of recent robberies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
W. A. Kennedy
Birmingham Pipe and Casting Company
K. K. Bodey
Frisco
Kennedy
Botley
Great Colonial Exposition Opens with Roosevelt Address
The exposition opened at noon today amid elaborate ceremonies. Many thousands gathered to witness the Bicentennial event and hear President Roosevelt deliver the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bic
Roosevelt
Opening a Distinct Disappointment at Jamestown Exposition
Special to the Star from Jamestown Exposition Grounds on April 26 reports poor preparatory work for President Roosevelt's visit. Debris cluttered the pier and grandstand approach, machinery hall exhibits were sparse, and mud hindered access. Managers promise improvements within weeks as attendance remained low due to limited transportation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Exposition Grounds
Jamestown
Roosevelt
Lee
United States
Hampton Roads
Virginia
Union
Washington
Congress
Army
Navy
Jamestown Ter Centenary Exposition Overview
Military naval marine and historic exposition held on 409 acres of land and 40 acres of water space on Hampton Roads near Norfolk Portsmouth and Newport News Virginia. The event marks a state national and international commemoration of the five permanent English speaking settlements in America with Colonial architectural style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamestown
America
Hampton Roads
Norfolk
Portsmouth
Newport News
Virginia
Brewer to face penitentiary after plea option
William Brewer president of Washington Life Insurance Company appeared before the New York supreme court and contemplated a guilty plea to the misdemeanor charge for filing a false financial statement. The defense seeks a $500 fine while prosecutors push for one year in a penitentiary. Sentencing set for Tuesday. A perjury conviction could yield five years on each count.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
William Brewer
Washington Life Insurance Company
Supreme Court
County Court Docket Reports Theft and Cruelty Convictions
Before Judge Crook, T. Wain, and others, a Black defendant was convicted of stealing coal from a Southern railroad car on a side track near Centri Pipe shop and fined 20.70. Oscar Stearnes, a Black man, was fined 79.20 for cruelly beating a mule belonging to J. G. Ledbetter. The incident prompted witnesses to describe the crime as horribly cruel. Lt. Co. Weat, a White man, faced a charge of hiring an underage boy to work. the prosecutor did not appear, and West was released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crook
T. Wain
Southern
Centri
Oscar Stearnes
J. G. Ledbetter
Co. Weat
West
Southern Heroes Remembered Today Observed in Alabama
Confederate Memorial day was observed in Anniston with banks closed, and Oxford followed suit without ceremonies. In Atlanta on April 26 Memorial day featured a parade to Oakland cemetery with Hon. John T. Boifoullet delivering the oration on Macon as hundreds of schoolchildren carried red white and blue streamers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniston
Alabama
Oxford
Atlanta
Oakland Cemetery
John T. Boifoullet
Macon
Memorial Day Graves Honored at Magnolia Cemetery
Mobile reports a Confederate and Federal graves decoration at Magnolia cemetery as the day’s principal observance. Weather and attendance details are not provided.
Mississippi Observes Memorial Day Across Cities
In Jackson and all major Mississippi towns Memorial Day services were held under Daughters of the Confederacy auspices. Numerous crosses of honor were presented to veterans by the Daughters and related Confederate groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Miss
Mississippi
Daughters of the Confederacy
Judge Hundley Buys Home in Birmingham
Judge C. R. Hundley recently appointed federal judge has purchased a fine lot on Niazuma Street South Highlands Birmingham and will tender a contract for a home to be built at once as required by the Clayton bill designating the judge a Birmingham resident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Star
Birmingham
C. R. Hundley
Niazuma Street
South Highlands
James town Ter-Centennial Exposition Opens With Roosevelt
Jamestown Virginia April 26 ceremonies opened the James town Ter Centenary exposition with President Roosevelt dedicating the site. Thousands cheered as the Mayflower landing party greeted officials and a 500 voice chorus performed the official hymn. Governor Swanson welcomed guests and President Tucker introduced Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swanson
United States
Virginia
Tucker
Roosevelt
Beautifying the Union Depot Park
The park north of the Union depot is being improved by the Louisville and Nashville. A new fence is installed, walks and bridges are repaired, and plots for flower beds are laid out. The park features abundant foliage and scenic spots and is admired by citizens and visitors in summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Depot
Louisville & Nashville
Pensions to be Paid Quarterly Next Year
The editor notes that for 1907 pensions will be paid as usual but a new law increases the pension and requires quarterly payments starting January 1, 1908, with payments on the first of January April July and October. The article outlines the expected amounts for retirees under the change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evening Star
Birmingham Made Home of Southern Cotton Association
In Birmingham on April 26 authorities announced the Southern cotton association headquarters will move from Atlanta to Birmingham. President Harvie Jordan and other officials will relocate, and the Cotton Journal will also be moved to this city with plans for permanent removal underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Birmingham
The
Southern Cotton Association
Atlanta
Harvie Jordan
Cotton Journal
Association
Probate Judge Crook Announces Fiscal Year Change
Emmett F. Crook, Judge of Probate, explains a new appropriation law takes effect October 1907 at the start of the fiscal year. He notes pension payments for 1907 will proceed as usual unless changes occur, for which he will notify through newspapers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmett F. Crook
Odd Fellows Birthday Observance in Anniston and Oxford
Odd Fellows lodges in Anniston and Oxford join for a birthday observance at Odd Fellows hall in the Anniston National Bank building. Rev Walter M Crawford will deliver the principal address with talks by locals and Mountain Oak encampment No 25 to sing odes. Crawford officiated at prior events and will speak at outdoor mass meetings in Edwardsville and Cochran Springs. The order began in 1819 with about 2 million members and funds extensive sick and death benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows
Anniston
Oxford
Order
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Anniston National Bank
United States
Walter M. Crawford
Mountain Oak
Crawford
Grand Lodge
First Methodist Church
Edwardsville
Cleburne County
Calhoun
Cleburne
Randolph
Cochran Springs
Baltimore
Canada
Germany
Denmark
Switzerland
Australia
South America
Movement for Good Road South Gains Fresh Steam
The city council may be petitioned to back a renewed effort to improve the road between the city and Oxford. J C Sproull of Anniston Hardware says eight men will donate 100 dollars each and a 1500 dollar popular subscription is feasible. Merchants along with farmers suffer as the current road is often impassable in spring rains, hurting business. The drive previously stalled but has been revived with renewed vigor, promising possible funding from ward surplus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
J.C. Sproull
Anniston Hardware Company
Anniston
General Bubb Retired at Age in Washington
Brig. Gen. John W. Bubb, a Civil War veteran, was retired today in Washington after reaching the army age limit. The move marks the end of a long service career for the general.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bubb
Washington
John W. Bubb
Also Mentioned on This Page
Republican Committee of
Vite
Bitulit Aic Outfit
Insurance
Mobile
Magnolia Cemetery
Judge Hundley
Patriotic and Historical Societies
Sons of the American Revolution
Daughters of the American Revolution
Society of the Cincinnati
Society of Colonial Wars
United Confederate Veterans
Grand Army of the Republic
Mayflower
Government Pier
St. George Tucker
Alfred Magill Randolph
Washington Choral Society
Wilbur Force Owst
Boston
W. A. Pegram
Anniston Lodges
Movement For Good Road South
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!